Man Arrested After Newgate Market Van Theft Released Without Charge

Police are continuing to appeal for information regarding a van being stolen in Newgate Market earlier this month.

It comes as officers have released an 18 year old man they arrested over the incident without charge.

A spokesman for North Yorkshire Police said: "The 18-year-old man who was arrested in connection with the theft of a van in Newgate Market, York on Wednesday 2 January 2013, has been released without charge.

“However, detectives are still investigating the incident and appealing for information to identify the thief.

“If you can help with this enquiry please contact York CID on 101, select option 2 and ask for Kendra Bamber. Or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting reference number 12130001189.”